About Us

Southern Service Station is an independently owned Mobil franchised Fuel retailer and MTA assured accredited automotive service centre. It is a family business currently owned by Sean and Marie Irvine since 1990 and previously owned by Sean’s parents Kevin and Margaret since 1968.

Sean completed his automotive apprenticeship at the service station in 1983, training on a wide range of motor vehicles and light commercials. Sean’s out of work interests are rugby, having been a Southland Referee for the last 23yrs, golf, boating, skiing, motor racing and just about any other outdoor activity. Marie is currently Southland Hospital’s Children’s Ward manager, having been a registered nurse since 1983. Marie has been involved as a director in the company since 1990.

The business is located close to South City Mall in South Invercargill. Currently we have a staff level of 7 consisting of 5 forecourt/shop assistants and 2 Automotive Technicians. We can assist with any mechanical servicing or fault diagnosing that may arise at very competitive pricing and our aim is to meet all customer expectations.